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The Hebrew Word
הַאֲזִינוּ [ha'azinu] is a conjugation of the verb אָזַן [azan - Strong's #238]. It is a primitive root that means "to broaden out the ear (with the hand), that is, (by implication) to listen: - give (perceive by the) ear". The Tanakh uses this word 41 times in 41 verses.
First use in Scripture
The first time azan is used in Scripture is in Genesis 4.
Lamech said to his wives, "Adah and Zillah, Listen to my voice, You wives of Lamech, Give heed to my speech, For I have killed a man for wounding me; And a boy for striking me; (Genesis 4:23)
Last use in Scripture
The last time azan is used in Scripture is in Joel 1.
Hear this, O elders, And listen, all inhabitants of the land. Has anything like this happened in your days Or in your fathers' days? (Joel 1:2)
Parashah Outline
- The Song of Moses - Deuteronomy 32:1
Portraits of Messiah
Pending
Other Observations
Commandments In the Parashah
Only one of the traditional 613 commandments is found in this parashah.
- 124- Do not drink wine poured in service to idols - Deuteronomy 32:38
Related Verses In the Torah
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Related Verses In the Prophets
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Related Verses In the Writings
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Related Verses In the Apostolic Writings
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Appendix
41 verses that include azan (Strong's #238)
View the list of verses on BlueLetterBible.org
